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Film Set Catering for Riddlesdown
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for the crew in Riddlesdown and across Greater London.
- Period drama shoots
- Farm and estate locations
- Wrap parties
Film set catering for Riddlesdown
How the day works
Rain does not stop the roast, because we cook under cover. It is worth planning a sheltered place for people to eat, too. Late-September shoots near Riddlesdown lose the light at about 7:05pm, so plan lights for evening service.
- We start with the location, call times and numbers.
- We check the route and send a price.
- Our position and arrival are agreed in advance.
- We carve to order the moment lunch is called.
- Afterwards we clear our spot at base.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know about tight access
- Think about shelter for your crew
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
Getting a price
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
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How our film set catering works in Riddlesdown
There are options for crew who do not eat pork, and we provide allergen information for every dish. Popular choices include spit-roast lamb, salads and new potatoes, and we’re regularly asked to cater music video days and base catering.
London locations around Riddlesdown can have tight access, so tell us the route and any restrictions. The hog is roasted on site at your shoot, low and slow, for hours.
- Area
- Riddlesdown (CR8, CR2)
- Region
- Greater London
- From the roaster
- Pork, crackling, stuffing and apple sauce in rolls
- Extras
- Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Events we cater in Riddlesdown
There are options for non-pork eaters.
We are regularly asked to cater all sorts of events around Riddlesdown, including:
- Period locations
- Music video days
- Countryside locations
- Crew thank-you days
The A22 give trucks and catering a straightforward route to Riddlesdown.
Comparing caterers
- Who carves and who serves
- Whether travel is included
- Whether VAT is included
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
Is a hog roast right for your shoot?
Compared with a full location caterer, a hog roast suits single days and smaller crews. Most of the cost is the meat, the staff and the time on site. Slow roasting means we are on site for much of the day, which is built into the price.
Why book our hog roast in Riddlesdown
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- Carved by our chef in front of your crew
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
Take a look at our prices page and our hog roast cost guide.
Planning the cooking spot
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Things to check:
- Approval from locations
- Access agreed with locations
- A level spot at base for the roaster
Riddlesdown is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access can be tight: tell us about side or rear access, steps and parking for our vehicle.
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Hog roast rolls
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Spit-roast lamb
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
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FAQs for Riddlesdown
Could you cook in Dollypers Hill?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Which station is closest to Riddlesdown?
Riddlesdown has its own station: Riddlesdown station.
What if it rains?
We cook under a gazebo, so rain isn’t a problem for the roast. A marquee, hall or barn for eating makes all the difference.
Do you clear up?
We clear the serving area and pack away, and leave the area tidy.
Is there a non-pork option?
The menu has lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options. We do not provide halal meat.
How far ahead should we book?
Popular dates go early. But do ask even at short notice: use our quote form.
What space does the roaster need?
A flat, open spot outside, and a way to wheel everything in. Send us a photo if you’re unsure.
What do people get?
The classic: pork in rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Your quote lists any sides and extras.
Looking after everyone
Not everyone eats pork, so it is worth adding an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Share the allergen list with the crew
- Halal is not offered
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Label the alternatives clearly
We follow location rules on vehicles and timings.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
What we serve, dish by dish
Spit-roast lamb
Lamb on the spit roasts gently for hours, and it’s carved the same way, often with mint sauce.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
We can serve in rolls or on plates, with gluten-free rolls on request.
Working with your venue
Venues frequently have rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Check early, and tell us what they ask for.
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
What a hog roast costs
Each price is built from:
- Access to the cooking area
- Numbers
- Crockery choices
- The date and time of year
Published UK guides give a wide range for hog roast catering, from around £10 a head for a basic roll to £20 or more with sides and service. We quote every event individually, so you know exactly what you’re paying for.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- What the outdoor space is like
- Your date and serving time
- The address or postcode
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Crew catering near Riddlesdown
Riddlesdown is about 1 mile east of Purley, in Greater London. Our roaster is a regular sight at shoots around Riddlesdown, from gardens to fields. Riddlesdown is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Riddlesdown to London (about 12 miles away).
For cast and crew travelling by train, Riddlesdown has its own station, Riddlesdown station. Nearby historic houses include Addington Palace (3 miles north-east). If you are shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property.
We cater shoots across the CR8 and CR2 postcode area and the streets around it. Your shoot could be at a house on Hyde Road, Lower Road and Famet Avenue, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. Main roads around Riddlesdown include the A22, so getting the roaster to your shoot is simple. Other places close to Riddlesdown we cover include Kenley (1 mile south), Sanderstead (1 mile north-east), South Croydon (2 miles north), Hamsey Green (2 miles south-east) and Whyteleafe (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in London (12 miles north), City of Westminster (13 miles north), Marylebone (13 miles north), Kensington (13 miles north), St Pancras (14 miles north) and Shoreditch (13 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Purley War Memorial Hospital (1 mile north-west) and St George's Walk (2.9 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Duppas Hill and Foxley Wood.
- Local schools include Riddlesdown Collegiate (0.5 miles south-east)
- Other local spots include County Borough of Croydon (2.8 miles north)
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away